Rev. Mike Winters Pastor Ben Harding Music Director Dr. Ray Jones, Jr. Pastor Emeritus WISE BAPTIST NEWS A PUBLICATION FOR MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF WISE BAPTIST CHURCH December 11, 2018 A place for faith and fellowship with family and friends. Dear Church Family and Friends, The first big snowstorm. How did it affect you? Which items on this list apply to you? Loss of power, missed school or work, cleaning off your driveway or sidewalk, etc. When I looked at my driveway, I was not looking forward to the next couple of hours. No sooner had I begun shoveling, than a neighbor showed up on his 4-wheeler with a blade. Before I knew it, the driveway was clear. Did not expect it. Barely knew him. Angels can be like that. The word angel means messenger. Angels are messengers of God. Some famous examples are in the Christmas story. Luke s Gospel tells about 3 encounters with angels. First, the angel Gabriel tells Zechariah that his wife will give birth to John the Baptist. Next, Gabriel tells Mary that she will give birth to our Savior. Then, the angels greet the birth of Jesus in song. The Gospel of Matthew tells about an angel speaking to Joseph. Maybe, just maybe, angels sent from God, are at work around us and we have just not noticed. Has an unexpected word or act of kindness been expressed to you lately? It could have come from someone we know or from a total stranger. Take a moment to reflect on those angels God has sent our way. These angels can prepare our hearts to hear the Christmas story in a new way. How to Join Wise Baptist Church: Express one of the following to the Pastor during the closing hymn: Transfer of Letter Transfer membership to Wise Baptist Church Baptism Desire to express faith in Christ through baptism Statement of Faith Baptized believer not on a membership roll Watch Care Desire to be connected to our Church family without official membership Love, Pastor Mike Important Dates Jesse Tree December 16, 23 11am Children s Christmas Party Winters Home December 16, 4pm Youth Trip to Bristol Speedway in Lights December 16, 2pm Men s Bible Study December 18, 6:30am Caroling at the Laurels December 19, 6:30pm Candlelight Communion December 24, 11pm Youth Lock-In December 28 Inside Announcements Pages 2-3 BDays/Anniv. Page 4 Music News Page 4 Youth News Page 4 Children s News Page 4 Photos Page 5 Opportunities Page 6 DEACONS 2018-19 John Mark Adrian 328-5564 Jim Collie 393-1710 Jeff Dotson 393-8417 Leton Harding 346-6039 David Mullins 870-0005 Mike Osborne 365-0968 John Ponish 870-1593 Daniel Ray 690-0284 Gary Smith 870-1579 Deacons Emeritus: Bob Adkins, Glenn Hill, Harold Witt
Announcements Children s Christmas Party (ages Birth Grade 6) Sunday, Dec. 16 4:00 pm Mike & Terry Winters Home 8915 Red Maple Drive Wise, VA RSVP: 276-870-2712 (Terry) WBC Weather Policy WED. NIGHT MEAL & ACTIVITIES If the Wise area is experiencing inclement weather, i.e. snow, ice, on a Wednesday, a decision will be made by the Pastor as to whether our meal & activities will be held as usual or cancelled. We will NOT automatically cancel our activities because Wise County or Norton City schools are closed. The decision to cancel our activities will be made no later than 2:00pm & will be communicated through email, website, Facebook & phone calls. SUNDAY SCHOOL & WORSHIP We will have Sunday School & Worship even during inclement weather. The exception to this will be if our building is without power. Our Pastor & Building Stewards will make that decision, if necessary. In the event that our services are cancelled, communication will be sent via email, website, Facebook & phone calls. **Your safety is most important. Please don t attempt to get out if the weather/conditions are dangerous. As you pray, please remember Hayden Wilson, Christy Kelley, Tyler Beam (Lee Bogg s son-in-law), Kyle Gardner (Kim Hall s dad), Lewey Lee & Family, Ron Swindall, Gerry O Bryan, Bob Adkins, Glenn Hill & family, Bessie Vance, Kathy & John Kennedy, Jonah Kelley, John & Kay Wright, Bonnie Rochford & Wanda Takahashi (sisters of Brenda Kunigelis), Beverly Viers, Jim & Sherry Collie, Shirley Willis (The Laurels), Ray & Carolyn Jones, Artie & Clifford Bailey, Pat & Fred Adkins, all the cancer patients in our area, and our men and women in the military Our Shut Ins: Susan Davidson (Heritage Hall), Eddie Culbertson, Hazel Dixon (Mountain View), Betty Easterling (The Laurels), Florine Pennington (The Laurels), Jeanne Stallard *If you know of other prayer concerns, please contact the church office (328-6247). Scripture for the Week: Matthew 1:20 But after he had considered these things, an angel of the Lord suddenly appeared to him in a dream, saying, Joseph, son of David, don t be afraid to take Mary as your wife, because what has been conceived in her is by the Holy Spirit. Upcoming Wednesday Night Study! Pastor Dietrich Bonhoeffer was executed by the Nazis near the end of World War II. His courageous faith, life and death are an inspiration. Learn about the man who was a pastor, martyr, prophet and spy. Dr. Gil Blackburn, who has done much study on the subject, will teach about Bonhoeffer 4 Wednesday evenings in January.
More Announcements! Monday, December 24, 11pm Wise Baptist Church What a wonderful way to celebrate Jesus this Christmas - invite your friends, family and neighbors to join us! Wednesdays at Wise Baptist! Happy Birthday to Everyone! Mark your calendar for our 4th Annual Church-Wide Birthday Party! We will celebrate everyone s birthday at once on Sunday, January 27 following morning worship! BE SURE to sign up by calling the church office (328-6247) & tell us your birthday (month & day only!). Join others that share your birthday month at decorated tables & enjoy tasting 12 different birthday cakes! Fellowship Meal, 6pm Bible Study, 6:50pm Children in Action & Nursery, 6:50pm Men s Bible Study Tuesday, Dec. 18, 6:30am Men, join us for fellowship and Bible study twice a month from 6:30-7:30am in the church fellowship hall. Choir Rehearsal, 7:50pm December 12 - Whole Group Bible Study December 19 - Caroling at the Laurels, 7pm December 26 - No Activities Bring your breakfast & your Bible! The fellowship is awesome and the Bible Study is uplifting. Invite a friend & join us on Tues., Dec. 18 at 6:30am! There will be no Wednesday evening activities at the church December 26. The office will be closed on Dec. 24-28. There will be no newsletter published the week of Dec. 24-28. The Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for International Missions will be collected during the month of December. Special envelopes will be available in the pew racks and/or bulletins. If you would like to share a prayer concern with our church family, email: jerrybaird009@comcast.net
MUSIC * Youth * Children News HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Due to this past week s snow, special Christmas music from our planned Night of Music will be incorporated into our morning Advent Services. Plan to worship with us at Wise Baptist! December 11 December 14 December 15 December 16 December 20 December 22 December 23 December 24 December 25 December 26 Jessica Crutchfield Jim Sturgill Wesley Kennedy Taylor Gardner Bryan Crutchfield Marsha Tolbert Dallas Kennedy Jon Kennedy Rick Mullins Sherlene Hall Jim Collie Carolyn Strouth William Sturgill Lois Tveit Lilyanna Harden Linsay Allio Diana Roberts Miles Wampler WBC Youth Ministry Sunday, December 16, 2pm Trip to see Bristol Speedway in Lights! We will meet at church at 2pm & be traveling by church bus. Bring money for dinner. *Contact Tabitha Ray. Youth Lock-In: Dec. 28 *Contact John Mark Adrian to sign up. Stay tuned for details! December 11 - John Mark & Wendy Adrian December 19 - Shane & Susan Mullins WBC Children s Ministry Upcoming Activities... Dec. 16, 23 - Decorating Jesse Tree, 11am Dec. 19 - Caroling at the Laurels, 7pm Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, 11pm
Shoebox fun! Thank you to these folks for traveling to the Operation Christmas Child Processing Center in Boone, NC this past Friday to help prepare shoeboxes to be delivered around the world!
Volunteers this Week Deacons On Call: 12/9-12/15 Mike Osborne, John Mark Adrian 12/16-12/22 Gary Smith, David Mullins Building Stewards: Ron, Dan, Scott S Instrumentalists: Susan M., Susan S. Worship Welcome 12/16 Jeff Kiser 12/23 Jeff Kiser S.S. Greeters: 12/16 David & Sandy Mullins 12/23 June Dotson, Carolyn Strouth Nursery: 12/16 Susie Clasby, Mary Stuedemann 12/23 Bonnie Owens, Emma Snodgrass Children s Church: 12/16 John & Karen Ponish 12/23 Stephen & Julie Large Sound System: 12/16 Mike Strouth 12/23 Mike Osborne Ushers: 12/16 Dave Belcher, Bryon Burton, Jeff Dotson, Marty Kennedy, Stephen Large, Jack Tolbert 12/23 Bob Adkins, Kenny Bowling, Jeff Cantrell, Dan Helton, Matt Meade, Johnny Robinson, Jim Sturgill Tellers: Dec. Cliff Carson, Jeff Dotson Jan. Martha Blackburn, Edgar Owens Youth Bible Study 12/16 Bristol Speedway in Lights 12/23 No Youth Activities Wed. Serving Team 12/12 Eileen Cantrell, Jessica Crutchfield, Kathy Dotson, Gail Kiser 12/19 Martha Blackburn, Linda Burgess, Kathy Helton, Susie Powers Wed. Night Meal 12/12 Potluck 12/19 Soups & Sandwiches Children-in-Action: 12/12 Regina Cantrell, Terry Winters 12/19 Caroling at the Laurels Wed, Nursery 12/12 Linda Bailey, Kiera Harding 12/19 Caroling at the Laurels A Place for Faith and Fellowship with Family and Friends WEEKLY OPPORTUNITIES Sunday Sunday School 10:00 am Worship 11:00 am Youth (Grades 7-12) 6:00 pm Monday Piecemakers (1st & 3rd) 9:30 am Caring Friends (2nd & 4th) Wednesday Fellowship Meal 6:00 pm Adult Bible Studies 7:00 pm Children in Action (Grades K-6) Nursery (Birth - Preschool) Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal 7:50 pm Rev. Mike Winters Contact Information Mailing Address: 8915 Red Maple Dr., Wise, VA 24293 E-mail: MikeW inters@w isebaptist.com Phone: 276.328.6247 Cell: 540.280.5598 Phone:(276) 328-6247 Website: www.wisebaptist.com Email: tllwinters@gmail.com Fax: 276-328-6204 Wise Baptist Church P.O. Box 777 Wise, VA 24293 Like us at: Wise Baptist Church and at Wise Baptist Youth Thought for the Week: Look for the angels that God sends.